1999 Dodge Stealth vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1999 Dodge Stealth is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Stealth (283 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Stealth | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Stealth | Barina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2250 mm |
